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News Topical, Digital Desk : The festival of Dussehra will be celebrated with great pomp and show across the country tomorrow, October 2, 2025. This festival symbolizes the victory of good and the end of evil. According to Hindu beliefs, Lord Rama established Dharma by killing Ravana on this day. Another belief holds that Goddess Durga killed the demon Mahishasura.
Dussehra is celebrated in different ways in different parts of India. Ramlila is also organized on a large scale in Delhi and NCR. In the evening, there is a tradition of burning effigies of Ravana, Meghnad, and Kumbhakarna, which draws large crowds of people.
Preparations for Dussehra are in full swing in Delhi. Special arrangements have been made for the Ramlila performance. This Vijayadashami, President Draupadi Murmu will attend the Ramlila held at the Shri Dharmik Lila Committee pandal in Madhavdas Park, within the Red Fort grounds. The colorful decorations, the large audience, and the festive atmosphere will ensure a grand festive experience.
Vijayadashami date and puja time
According to the Hindu calendar, the Dashami Tithi of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) of the Ashwin month will begin at 7:02 pm on October 1st and last until 7:10 pm on October 2nd in 2025. According to this, Vijayadashami falls on October 2nd.
Auspicious time for worship:
- From 1:56 pm to 2:44 pm
- Afternoon Puja Muhurta: 1:09 PM to 3:31 PM
Auspicious time for burning Ravana
- The cremation can be done after sunset at 6:05 pm.
Special Ravana Dahan takes place at these places in Delhi
Ramlila Maidan is a prestigious venue where the grand Ravana Dahan ceremony is held every year. Effigies of Ravana, Meghnath, and Kumbhakarna are burned here.
Fireworks and colorful fairs are also held. The site's rich history further enhances its significance. So, if you're in Delhi, be sure to join in the grand celebrations.
The Red Fort grounds are also a popular venue for the grand Ravana Dahan celebrations in Delhi. The Red Fort's backdrop makes the event even more grand and culturally rich. Dramatic performances and depictions of the Ramayana are quite popular. The burning of the effigies is a spectacular sight.
Importance of Neelkanth bird on Dussehra
According to religious beliefs, seeing the Neelkanth bird on Dussehra is considered very auspicious. It is considered a symbol of Lord Shiva. It is said that Lord Rama had a vision of the Neelkanth bird before defeating Ravana. Therefore, seeing the Neelkanth bird on Dussehra brings success, happiness, prosperity, and good fortune in one's life.
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